Staple the purchase order to the invoice. Make sure that your invoice is neat and professional and then send it out to the client.

15. ARCHIVE THE PROJECT

Now that you are finished, you can use the docket to archive this project. Remember the black marker and label that previously was used to name your project's docket? You are now going to file your project by this number. In order to find this project easier, I suggest placing a filing tab on each docket. Place everything in alphanumeric order.

Make sure everything that belongs in the docket is there. Place all corresponding files on a Zip or Jazz disk and then place it in the project's docket. All administrative documents, such as invoices and POs, should be placed in the docket. Also, any printouts, emails, or notes that correspond to this project also belong in the docket.

16. EVERYTHING IS REUSABLE

You shouldn't ever reuse projects that are copyrighted by your client. However, portions of every project are reusable. For example, you wouldn't reuse a design that you specifically created for a client. But, you could reuse Photoshop paths or textures that you created.

You will find that as you complete more and more projects, each one becomes a little bit easier. As you start out in freelancing, use each project as a learning experience. Each project completed results in a more experienced and valuable freelancer. Good Luck!

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